Tj,
You MUST contact a real estate attorney 1st and foremost! There are several things to consider here...
1) Was the home purchased under FHA? Were the violations indicated on the FHA appraisal?
2) Who chose the home inspector?
3) Did your contract stipulate a "Due Diligence" period for inspection time frame? If so, were the violations faxed to the agent during the time frame?
4) Did the agent review agency with you? (ALWAYS use a buyer's agent, as the listing agent protects the seller)
5) Was the home purchased using any kind of down-payment assistance through the city or state? If so, why was the home purchase allowed to close with code violations?
I hope my thoughts help...
Dana DeLuca
Weichert, Realtors
Ellis & Silva - Mon Sep 28 2009, 06:09